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Buffalo Elementary School of Technology

Elementary School · BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

414 S DIVISION ST, Buffalo, NY 14204

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,127 of 4,742

In Buffalo

#29 of 85

public schools

In district

#25 of 59

BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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5.5/10

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About Buffalo Elementary School of Technology

Buffalo Elementary School of Technology is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Buffalo Elementary School of Technology serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Buffalo Elementary School of Technology has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,127 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Buffalo Elementary School of Technology show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Buffalo Elementary School of Technology sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

74% of students at Buffalo Elementary School of Technology were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-42.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-43.1 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,022
Chronic Absenteeism73.6%

Buffalo Elementary School of Technology — Students at Buffalo Elementary School of Technology score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 11.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
46.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 13.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
60.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
41%
ELA
28%
2010
Math
13%
ELA
15%
2011
Math
15%
ELA
12%
2012
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2013
Math
4%
ELA
4%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
8.3%
ELA
9%
2022
Math
10.8%
ELA
17.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Buffalo Elementary School of Technology Compares

See how Buffalo Elementary School of Technology performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in NY
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
73.6%

Location

414 S DIVISION ST, Buffalo, NY 14204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buffalo Elementary School of Technology may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WATERFRONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MARVA J DANIEL FUTURES PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BENNETT PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo 0.2 mi 4.0
BUFFALO CREEK ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo 0.7 mi 4.7
REACH ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo 0.7 mi 2.7
ENTERPRISE CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo 0.7 mi 3.6
BUFFALO COMMONS CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo 1.0 mi 3.1
HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo 0.9 mi 4.8
BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo 1.0 mi 3.9
BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo 0.9 mi 6.4
MARVA J DANIEL FUTURES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Buffalo 1.2 mi 5.4
PS 42 OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING CENTER Buffalo 1.0 mi 6.6
BUFFALO SCHOOL OF CULINARY ARTS AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT Buffalo 1.0 mi 4.5
EMERSON SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY Buffalo 1.0 mi 6.5
HUTCHINSON CENTRAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo 1.2 mi 6.4
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 Buffalo 1.4 mi 6.2
HERMAN BADILLO BILINGUAL ACADEMY Buffalo 1.3 mi 4.0
CITY HONORS SCHOOL Buffalo 1.5 mi 8.1
WATERFRONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo 1.3 mi 6.1
STANLEY MAKOWSKI EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Buffalo 1.7 mi 5.2
ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL DAYS PARK Buffalo 1.6 mi 3.8
HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo 2.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$26,000

Median Home Value

$151,700

Median Rent

$814/mo

Population

7,748

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

29.9%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

34.8%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buffalo Elementary School of Technology

What grades does Buffalo Elementary School of Technology serve?

Buffalo Elementary School of Technology serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Buffalo Elementary School of Technology?

Buffalo Elementary School of Technology has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Buffalo Elementary School of Technology?

The student-teacher ratio at Buffalo Elementary School of Technology is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Buffalo Elementary School of Technology rank in NY?

Buffalo Elementary School of Technology ranks #3,127 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Buffalo Elementary School of Technology's MySchoolScout rating?

Buffalo Elementary School of Technology has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Buffalo Elementary School of Technology?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Buffalo Elementary School of Technology has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Buffalo Elementary School of Technology a charter school?

No, Buffalo Elementary School of Technology is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Buffalo Elementary School of Technology a Title I school?

No, Buffalo Elementary School of Technology is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buffalo Elementary School of Technology?

92.9% of students at Buffalo Elementary School of Technology qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
73.6%

District

BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
29,866
Schools in District
61
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,022
District Rank
#25 of 59

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